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The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

Report says one Of the busiest men
in Washington is President Cleveland
who is now absorbed in investigating
the reports of government bureau Of
fcers and statistical works for the pur-
pose of preparing his annual message
to Congress, Most of the large libra
ries in the Capital have contributed
something to the end in view, and it
is doubted whether even the ency-
clopodia is an exception. The Presi-
dent is not the only one preparing for
the long session of Congress, now so
near at hand, as the Congressman
themselves are arriving in the city
every day, so as to have plenty of
time to settle themselves down before
beginning the long and laborious task
of next sessions work, which will
probably extend far into the summer.
1t is likely that the skirmish line CT
the Presidential contest of 1888 will be
fought in the Fiftieth Congress, so it
is highly probable that many exciting
and sensational scenes will be enacted
in the effort to manufacture political
capital for use in the pending cam
paign. The tariff will be the ques-
ton of all others that will occupy the
attention Of that body, while the dis
position of the Treasury surplus will
perhaps be considered a collateral:sub-
iect.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

The Midland proposition was de-
feated in the county court at Nash
vile Tuesday by one vote. Every
member OF the court but two, Adams
and Snyder, was present. The vote
was taken amid much excitement, and
every vote against submission was
Kissed by the crowd in attendance.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

The third and fourth class postmas-
tors are dissatisfied with their saleries,
and purpose holding national con-
vention in Washington in December,
with the object of calling upon Con-
gress to provide some way for an in
crease OF their compensation.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03
25 yards calico and paper Of pins,
for 81,

Weare always glad to see our friends
and to make new acquaintances, and
will do our best to please them, and
we flatter ourselves that we can do as
well by them as any house in the coun-
try. We will give special cut on all
goods for CASH, although our entire
stock has been marked low down.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

The Republicans of Ohio are max
ing great hullabaloo because Gener-
al Gordon, Of Georgia, is to make
some campaign speeches in that
State Well, is the war over, or is it
not? And if it is over, why don't the
republicans send some of their best
speakers to the South, instead Of
grumbling because the Sonth sends
some OF of the best speakers to the
North?-N y Herald.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

One OF the most important cases to
come up for argument BEIGE the
United States Supreme Court in its
fall session is the case OF Myra Clark
Gaines, who was awarded by the
lower court claim for land in New
Orleans worth about six millions of
dollars.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

The Interstate Commerce law will
will be amended, and in new legisla-
ton, efforts will be made for the bet
ter protection of railroad passengers
from being roasted to death by heat
ing stoves and kerosene lamps.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03
How :: &C. Ga" CUR

BY taking Hoods Sarsaparilla, which, by
the remarkable cures it has accomplished,
often when other medicines have failed, has
proven itself to be a potent and peculiar
medicine for this disease. Some of these
cures are really wonderful. If you suffer from
scrofula, be sure to try Hoods Sarsaparilla.
every spring my wife and children have
been troubled with serofula, sores breaking
out on them in various places. My little boy,
three years old, has been terrible sufferer.
Last spring he was one mass ofsores fromhead
to feet Twas advised to use Hoods Sarsapa-
rilla, and we have all taken It. The result
is that all have been cured of tho scrofula,
my little boy being entirely free from sores,
and all four OF my children look bright and
healthy" w. B. ATHERToN, Passalc City, M.
Hoods SaFsaparilla
soldby all druggists. gil six forss Preparcdoniy
by C. I. HOOD & CO., Apotheearies, Lowell, Mass
100 Doses One Dollar
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

Foraker has retired the snub issue
and is working the Southern brigadier
racket just now. The dead brigadiers
can't deny that they were in the
Southern army,-Philadelphia Times
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

The Supreme Court of the United
States has denied the petition for
writ of error in the Chicago Anar-
chist's case. Without executive elem
en- cythey will hang on November II.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

The following letter explains itself

Ihe iolIoWlng Iettef explains Itself !:
LYNCHBuRG, Va, Nov. l, 1887.
EDITORS OF THE COMET Enclosed
find Postal Note for S1.25 to pay for
the subscription Of your paper for one
year, which you will please mail to my
address. I had the pleasure of visit
ing your place few weeks since and
was so we'll pleased that / bought
81 500 worth of real estate and expect
to build next spring. Yours truly,
A. T. ADKERsoN.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03
DRESS

MRS. q. L. CLAY & DAUGHTER.
Wish to announce to the public
that they are now prepared to do all
kinds of plain sewing and dressmak-
ing and solicit share OF the patron
age,
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

We are ready to give the highest
market prices for dried beans, eggs,
chickens, wheat, oats, potatoes and
other county produce, Don't forget
the place, opposite the residence of T.
A. Faw.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03
WHEAT is
SCROFULA

1t is that irnpurity in the blood, which, ac-
cumulating in the glands of the neck, pro-
duces unsightly Jumps or swellings; which
causes painful running sores on the arms,
legs, or feet; which developes ulcers in the
eyes, ears, or nose, often causing blindness or
deafness; which is the origin Of pimples, cam
cerous growths, or the many other manifesto
tions usually ascribed to "humors;" which,
fastening upon the lungs, causes consumption
and death. Being the most ancient, it Is the
most general OF all diseases or affections, for
very few persons are entirely free from 1t.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03
7'77'77-7- -
THE COMET.
Johnson City. Tenn. Nov. 8 1887.

The State election in Iowa, Ohio,
Maryland and New York will be held
next Tuesday.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

Children, Misses, Ladies & Gents
rubber over.shoes Ladies and gents
Alaska over-shoes. Gents artic over
shoes and rubber boots, all of which
we will sell at the very bottom.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

Bring us some more cabbage.
Ticking 1914 cents per yard
We can use some meal Just now
Cash will always strike bottom at
our house.
Best New Orleans Molasses, the fla.
vor is just faint try it, it will do you
good
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

Ladies' and misses fur muffs from
rs cents to $500, ask to see them.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

Mrs. E. d. lobe, of Elk Park, N. G,
accompanied by her sister, Miss San
ME Taylor, was in town one day last
week and called upon us. Come
again, always glad to see you,
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

A good lot Of wool yarn just receiv-
ed from the factory also splendid
stock of german and zephyr.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

See our $500 boots and $1.00 mans
shoes, and soc, ladies shoes. We
mean business.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03
Money collected by the Recorder for
the first seven months OF 1886.

AVV"I OOIOOUoU IUI IIU HIbI -
months ending Oct. 81, 1886, $ 494 10.
Money collected by H. G. Hart, Re
corder for the first seven months of
1887, for the corporation of Johnson
City, Tenn.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

We will sell Tor CASH or PRODUCE as
low rs the lowest.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-11-03

Ii you want bargains in clothing,
call on Christian, Hoss & Hodge.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14
City Council.

J. W. Nance, John J. Barbee and J. v.
Hutchins were appointed board of equal
ization, compensation 81 per day while
serving as such.
City treasurer submitted his report for the
year ending April 3, 1887, said report show
ing total receipts to be sI,lOo.5s, total dis
bursements q, e9e.i7. with balance credit
Of city Of slO5.3s, vas approved
Reports Of city ASSESSOR, marshal sne
steet commissioner we're read and referred
10 proper committees
Mayor vas ordered 70 Issue . proclsna-
lion With reference 10 certain sanitary
measures.
Upon motion tar levy Of S cents On The
900 rAs made to pay Of indsbteaDess On
public school b1ilding-
BM Of z EortbcrEft for SIS fer hsngins
FIRE bsH -ss referred 70 fnGoes committee
hog pens we're not rulsd cut q TIE cor
PorHtiou, b; PIT 18asr dissrininNaing m
sPseti01.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14
A Valuable Work.

With its July issue the Magazine Of Amer
lean History begins it's eighteenth volume.
Its contents are unusually attractive this
month, A portrait of Henry Laurens, the
South Carolina statesman of the Revolution,
graces the opening page, accompanied by a
realistic and engaging sketch of Henry
Laurens in the London Tower" from the
editor. Gen. Arthur F. Devereaux follows
with q spirited account of ''PIckett's Charge
at Gettysburg" in the defense of which he
participated. Mr.. Justin Winsor contri-
butes valuable paper on 1.-THE Manuscript
Sources of American History" in which he
points out the conspicuous collections ex-
tant-a paper which no student can afford
TO miss. Gen. P. st. George Cooke, q. s.
A.. A, M, writes an interesting historic
chapter on one of his early exploits in the
Southwest in 1913, entitled, "One Days
Work of Captain of Dragons" John III.
Bishop discourses on the Omitted States
Mail Service" No article in this number,
however, will be read with more profit and
genuine entertainment than DR.. Albert
Bushnell Harris Biography of q River and
Hnrbor Bill, fragment of contemporary
history, and yet Legitimate field for in
quiry into past politics. George E. Foster
gives the history of Journalism Among the
Cherokee Indians" William ID. Kelley,
Hon Charles K. Tuckerman. james E.
Deane, Walter Booth Adams and Others
contribute short papers. A new department
appears, called Historic and Social Jot-
tings," which promises to be an agreeable
feature of this admirably conducted publ.
cation.
The Magazine of American History i.
edited by Mrs. Martha J. Lamb. Publish.
ers Office 74S Broadway. New York. Vol
ume Is begins with the present issue
Terms IS 3 year in advance. We VIII or.
derit
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14
Reported for the FREE PRESS.
Farmers Alliance.

The Hays county Farmers Allience met
on Tuesday July 5th, at Dripping Springs
the President, j. r. Burleson, occupied the
chair. At a. m. the house was called to
order, prayer was offered by Rev. Father
NJ. Yell, and the ritual having been observed
the meeting proceeden to bushes.
The roll showed the following present,
j. r. Burleson. president; J. NJ. Great
house. vice-pres.; W. Garnett, secretary;
r. A. Brooks, treasurer; Sam English, door
keeper; and G. L.. Lightfoot, business
agent,
The present total number of "a alliances
in this county were represented. Two al
liances, Carper aud Long Branch, hereto
fore connected with this organization being
claimed within the jurisdiction of CoEal
and Guadalupe counties respectively.
From summary report dating from oc-
tober last TO June S0th. read by the secre-
tary. il appears the present membership
exceeded 500, TINT during the same period
$50 had been paid in and S119 expended,
and that general satisfaction and unanimity
pervaded the whole body.
The report Of joint committee on cotton
and produce yards having been read, it was
referred 10 q cotlmIttoe Of five appointed BY
the chair. from the alliances furthest re-
moved from the railroad This COMMITTEES
subsequently, reported their approval Of
Kyle - the selected point in this county,
but recommended Il should be carried OUT
distinct and independent in control and
management from the one proposed in
COnal county, and also advised the increase
from acres 10 3 for the purpose The re
port With these changes vss adopted
The election q oficers for the ensuing
year vss neIf proceeded With, the following
i he result.
JR Bariesoa. president; J. NJ Great
bouss- vios-prssidsut; W. Garrett sscrs-
tnry. D. n. Minis, treasurer. Rev. Garrison.
obsplains Capt Ferg Kyle, lecturer z. n
NA-tin- EssistEui lecturer; San English.
doorksspsr. wesa ESvkraS. aHsistEuf door
kasp.s-- Ben 2. Stsvs1son. ssrgssui-si -sr1ns-
Bro c. L Diehtfp-s h----V sr--e'i ~
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14
PERSONAL.

/
Major Bishop returned home last week
Mr.. Lindsey, Of Brown a Lindsey, Is Oh
the sick list.
Mrs. W. II. Kenner aud family have re-
moved from Laredo to this place.
The new Hofheinz hotel building shows
to better and better advantage as 1t nears
completion.
Miss March, we are pleased TO learn
made a good address on Tuesday night and
had good audience.
We notice Mr.. Dave Watson on our
streets. He has been attending Presby-
terrain University in Tennessee.
Mrs. Matthews and household, who have
spent the last month Mt Austin and San An
tonic, we believe have resumed housekeep-
ing at the old stand.
Judge Kone has returned from q trip TO
Topo Chico hot springs near Monterey
He arrived safe with cash balance OF Zoo
IN his breeches pocket.
Mr.. Butler, Of this place proposes to rig
up team for sprinkling the public square,
provided he gets sufficient encouragement
from our business men. It ought to be
done.
Rev. Mr.. Bridges. of Wimberly was here
one day last week en- route for the lower
country ON business, but said he would let
no opportunity pass to put in lick for
prohibition.
Messrs. Belger & Cahill are shout going
into the lime business extensively on the
grounds recently purchased by them near
the head of the river. This new and en-
terprising firm deserve encouragement.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14
School Matters.

We learn that sort Of truce has been
agreed on as to the school house matter, by
deciding on another addition, for the pres
emit, to be made to the old house. Also
that Prof. Williams has been reelected
superintendent with the same corps of as
sistants as last year save that Miss McDau-
lei takes the place of Miss Joyce. Further
that the school will be run by calendar in
stead of scholastic months, which will cause
a gain Of q month.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14
"Practical Prohibition"

Such Is the title of new book OF 3S3
pages Just issued from the press of Eugene
Won Bsckmann, Austin, Texas, fora copy OF
which we are under obligation to the auth
or, v. W. Grubbs, Esq., of the Greenville,
Texas bur. We copy the remainder of the
title page: Containing a plain, practical
discussion of the causes and effects of in
temperance and drunkenness and the most
etfectual remedies therefor, including early
training, prohibitory legislation, both local
and general, with an appendix giving syn
opsis of the prohibitory legislation and
license laws of the several states of the
Union; also brief sketch of the authors
life, written by himself" 1t will thus be
seen that the book covers the whole ground
indicated by its title, and must be of more
than temporary interest. The main body
of the work was first contributed to the
columns of Texas newspaper, and only
issued in its present form at the solicitation
of friends. The spirit which actuatod the
author is indicated by the following passage
from the preface:
"The idep of personal gain has never en-
tered my mind in the publication OF the
work, and if the good people OF Texas and
other parts of the country should think the
effort worthy of their favor, shall be more
than satisfied if am able to come out even
in the enterprise. The great cause of pro-
hibition, to which the book is devoted, Is
entirely welcome to the long hours OF
patient study and labor have given to Its
pages"
The book so far as we have had time to
examine it, is we'll and forcibly written, in
spired by an independent, progressive spirit,
and full of information. A portrait and
photographed sketch of the author add
to its interest The following testimonial
from one of the foremost prohibition ora
tors and leaders cannot fail to weigh with
thinking readers:
81 have read the manuscript of Judge V.
w. Grubhs' forthcoming book, Practical
Prohibition The work is an admirable
one. Every phase of the temperance ques-
ton is discussed in the most interesting and
instructive manner. The book is the very
best one Oh the whole subject of temper
ance aud prohibition have ever read. 1t
is full of needed information for the people
and will do great good. I most earnestly
hope that the book Practical Prohibition
will have large circulation. 1t should be
in every home in Texas.
LUTHER BENSON"
This book is specially adapted to the
wants of campaign speakers and can be had
by sending $1.25 to T. c. johnson Il Co.,
Booksellers and Stationers, Greenville,
Texas. We would like to see it placed on
sale by our San Marcos booksellers. Mean
time we would be pleased to order it for
any one.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14
Public Notice.

At committee meeting of the Hays Co.,
Fair, Live Stock and Agricultural Associa-
ton, held at San Marcos, Wednesday July
is, 1887, it was resolved to change the hour
of meeting to be held at the court house in
San Marcos, Saturday 23d inst. to 10 o'clock
a. m instead of p. m. as previously ad-
yertised. All interested in the organiza-
ton of the fair are requested to be present
as business of importance will be transacted,
@. M, ROGERS, ID. McNAUGHToN,
Chairman. Secretary.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14
Woods Regiment.

The next re- union of the above will come
off at Seguin on the 10th of August. All
old soldiers both Confederate and Union,
together with the Fire Department are cor
daily invited to join us in getting up
good dinner and programme.
By order of T. @. WOODS.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14
DriftwOOd.

We take pleasure in informing those Of
your readers Who are interested that the
Rev. Mr. Hoverton vii preach At Drift
wood on Friday night before the 9Th Sab
bath IN July, and Dripping Springs on Sat
1rssy night and ct Bethel on the fifth Sun
day, Q fun stisudznos Is desired Boa
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

The citizens of San Marcos and surround
ing country are invited to call and make the
ACQUAINTANCE of the st. Leonard Hotel,
when they have business in San Antonio.
No where III Texas can nicer accommoda-
ton, better fare, or more home comfort De
found, for $1.50 and $500 per day, we
have tried it and advise others to do the
game.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

Buck Walton justly spoke contemptuous-
Iy Of the anti-platform. but the man OF the
Cresset seems TO admire II so much that he
doubled" on II in his last issue, inserting
Il on both his second and fourth pages.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14
For Sale.

NV residence in San Marcos, consisting OF
two large lots with improvements. The
whole will be sold together, or the lots sep
arately, to suit purchasers. Call on or ad-
dress L. G. WooTToN,
iune 17n San Marcos.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14
Dress Goods.

In order to reduce our stock of seasonal
bic dress goods. we give our customers the
benefit of MARK DOWN prices. come
early as we have yet splendid assortment.
JOHNSON j. JOHNSON.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

Houston and Galveston are happy ovel
their first bales of the now cotton crop.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14
Iron Roofing,

Parties in need of roofing will find 1t
to their interest to call on me before pur-
chasing. WIN. Hiesen.
Agent for Porter Roofing Co.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

We present for the entertainment of our
readers capital cartoon on the late moral
eggs. hibition at San Antonio. 1t speaks
for itself and needs no explanation.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

"The Gem City Fencing Loom" is the
name of the new machine now owned and
operated by Newt. Travis. 1t turns out a
fence next cheapest to barbed wire, and
strong, durable and satisfactory. Gall and
satisfy yourselves.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

Grandfather Watts Privats Fourth, b
be found on our first page ''suits u.s."
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

The Prohibition Club will meet az usual
ON tomorrow night.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

Mr.. WIN. Garnet, Secretary of Hays
county Farmers Alliance, has received
commission from Gov. Ross as delegate to
the Interstate Convention of Farmers, at
Atlanta, Ca, Aug. 16. knowledge is
power" and here we notice that the service
and counsel of Mr.. Garnet are in wide
requisition in various departments of organ
lied labor.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

See new advertisement Of VIM. ID. Cleve-
land, of Houston, the prince of advertisers
and dealers.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14
For Rent.

House of rooms near Coronal lnstltute'
good cistern and waterworks, stables, &C.
Amply to G.. w. DONALDSON. ]uneZoti.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

BARGAINS in mems and boys straw hats
seersucker coats and vests, etc,
JOHNSON & JOHNSON,
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

J. W. Nance is sat home IN MS new
business stand, the Hinzie building ne
has variety of cots, hammocKs, wlcher
furniture and other articles OF summer
wear in his line.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

Lucius Fl. Browne, Esq, will lecture on
prohibition at Center Point, in the Kellam
neighborhood on to morrow friday night.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

loo cream at ten cents dish at CANDY
Factory. and Little Blue Front.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

A nice stock of everything in the grocer.
line, sold as cheap as anyone for spot cash
"' "N H. HARDY & Co.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

Photographs six for $3.50 at Cozoy'
,,oi,sry iiNt door back Of GREEN'S store.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

pariIla hcoonplisbas are szsfcisnt proof thz'
4 does possess PsczbEr Curative P0-srS
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

Solid colored lawns In schrimps and hell
sotrops, at BAILEY WV
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

A large line Of new style Of prints best
Grade IA yards 81. DAiLHh " Dno'
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

Newt. Travis has got his new patent reno
ing loom in operation. and Is prepared 70
fiji orders at six cents per foot for gocu
common paling fence. Call ana see " Al
operation.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

Nv" JOHNSON Il JOHNSON.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

The late corn and cotton crops are need
ing rain badly.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1887-07-14

Lawns organdies, laces. embroideIles
notions in general at MARK DOWN prices
JOHNSON Il JOHNSON.